Visa's

Visas are the responsibility of the traveller. It is best to consult with the high commission of the country being travelled to in the country being travelled from as requirements vary and change constantly. Botswana Safaris will not be held responsible for any incomplete or incorrect information regarding the visa process gathered by the traveller.

Why Book With Us

Classic Riding Safari | African Horseback Safaris Botswana

African Horseback Safaris were early pioneers of horse riding
safaris in Africa and, two decades later, we pride ourselves on
offering one of the most unique and exciting horseback adventures in
the world. Similarly the Barber Family history has always been
intertwined with horses and five generations later in 1996, Ant and
Tessa Baber established their game reserve in the Waterberg region of
South Africa and have been running horse safaris ever since. Together
we have teamed up to offer you an unforgettable big five combination
ride.

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&OKAVANGO DELTA

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Okavango Delta -The
Delta is one of the world’s largest inland river systemsand
one of its most incredible wildlife sanctuaries. Perhaps mostremarkable
of all, is that this 17,000km2 wetland paradise is locateddeep within
the Kalahari Desert. Each year, an influx ofwater from
Angola, 1000km to the north, floods into the Delta to createthis
natural miracle, a patchwork of river channels, lagoons, islandsand
floodplains. The area is a magnet for birds and animalsand
sustains a vast variety of fauna and flora, making it the idealsafari
destination at any time of the year.

There is no better way to savour the Okavango Delta and experience
itsunparalleled wildlife population than on horseback.
Theannual flooding of the area leaves vast swathes of the
Deltainaccessible to vehicles, making horses the most natural and
excitingmeans to explore.
The pace of riding is varied; in between fast and thrilling
gallopsalongside giraffe, zebra and buck, in water and on land, we
quietlystalk bigger game such as buffalo and elephant and take time to
indulgein some of the best bird watching in the world.

Our experienced guides are full of fascinating stories about
theeverchanging landscape, its trees and plants, and have an
incredibleability to spot even the best-camouflaged wildlife.
Ourhorses also have finelytuned senses - keep an eye on their ears to
seewhere animals are hiding. Once comfortable, our horses
calmlydrop their heads to graze, sending a signal to other animals in
thearea to relax and go about their normal daily routines.

With nearly 50 horses of all shapes and sizes in our barn, and a
choiceof western or English saddles, the Macatoo team are experts at
puttingtogether the best possible riding partnerships.

In order to ensure the safest and most enjoyable horseback adventurefor
everyone, riders must be riding fit and confident at all paces.Days in
the saddle can be long, and daytime temperatures can vary, soit is
worth the effort to arrive prepared.

However an African safari adventure at Macatoo does not have to
involvehorses and we can easily cater for non-riding spouses,
partners,friends and children. Indeed, many of our riding
guests liketo have time away from the saddle and take advantage of the
wide rangeof other activities on offer.

Waterberg
- Our reserve is one of diverse topography and
vegetationranging from wide-open plains to beautiful mountainous areas,
enablingus to naturally sustain the widest variety of game possible. It
boastswith over 40 species of game including the rare sable
antelope,Livingstone eland, Nyala, Oryx, Giraffe, Buffalo, White Rhino
and wellover 300 species of resident and migrant birds. In addition to
gamedrives, the reserve offers a safe and secluded environment to
allowguests of all ages to enjoy guided bush walks, horse rides and
cycling.

Ant’s have a herd of over 90 horses and can cater for
ridersof all riding abilities and have fit, reliable and responsive
horses,providing a choice for both the professional rider and
absolutebeginner including children. The riding is over varied terrain
and youcan canter along open sandy tracks or traverse high ridges
withspectacular vistas. The pace can be as fast or relaxed as the rider
iscomfortable with.

When you come across game you can often get so close the experience
isunforgettable. The reserve is home to a vast variety of flora and
faunaincluding buffalo, rhino, sable, roan, Livingstone eland and a
host ofother plains game not forgetting the incredibly variety of bird
life.

We take great pride in our sumptuous home cooking, dining in a
varietyof places and outside whenever possible. We often end morning
gameactivities with a bush lunch, whilst at night we sit around open
firesunder the stars. The chefs can cater for all dietary requirements
andwe serve excellent South African estate wines.

We are sure you will never forget the true sense of freedom
which youwill experience on your horse with us in Africa.

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Ant’s Hill and
Ant’s Nest

Ant’s Nest and Ant’s Hill are two unique
bush homes located on a private game reserve, set in the beautiful and
diverse malaria free, Waterberg region of the Limpopo province of South
Africa Specialising in a home from home experience, both lodges can
either be booked exclusively, to one group at a time, or you can book
just one room, making it a wonderful destination for families, riders,
honeymooners or just good friends travelling together.

Macatoo Camp

Macatoo Camp is situated on the western side of the Okavango
Delta. Covering 17,000 km sq, the Okavango is the largest inland delta
in the world, a mix of labyrinth channels, palm fringed islands and
fertile floodplains. Our stunning camp features eight large luxury
en-suite safari tents on raised wooden platforms overlooking
floodplains where elephant, zebra, buck and the birdlife can be seen by
visitors from their private verandahs or even bed! Centrally
there is a large well-appointed mess tent and tucked away, a private
pool.

Season

Rates

01
Jan 2018 to 31 Marc 2018

GBP
455.00 pppns

01
Apr 2018 to 30 Jun 2018

GBP
555.00 pppns

1
July 2018 to 31 Oct 2018

GBP
645.00 pppns

1
Nov 2018 to 30 Nov 2018

GBP
555.00 pppns

1
Dec 2018 to 31 Dec 2018

GBP
455.00 pppns

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Terms & Conditions

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Include

» Accommodation at Macatoo Camp on a sharing basis

» All meals and local beverages

» Riding and Non-Riding activities

» 12% Government VAT

Excluded

» Visas and full travel and medical insurance -
which is essential

» Return transport from your home to Maun/Kasane

» Charter flight from Maun/Kasane to camp (see rates
below)

» Gratuities for camp staff and guides

» Purchases from the curio shop

Charter Flight Rates

Flights to Macatoo is a 30 minute scenic flight from Maun or 1
1⁄2 hours from Kasane (which is located on the Botswana side
of Victoria Falls), followed by a game drive/boat trip, depending on
water levels. Due to the Kasane flight being longer guests would not be
able to ride on their day of departure. Costs are per person one way
and include government and airline taxes, which are subject to change.

» Maun-Macatoo Camp GBP 235.00

» Kasane- Macatoo Camp GBP 340.00

Surcharges

5% handling fee will be charged on all credit card payments.

Single Supplement
of 50% on daily rate will apply if not prepared to share twin-bedded
accommodation. We also keep one tent dedicated to single travellers
where no single supplement would apply, subject to availability.

Our weight limit for riders
is as follows:

» Under 95kg no supplement

» 95-105kg no extra supplement but subject to
availability

» Exceeding 105kg by special arrangement only

Recommended Stay

We do not have set departure dates so you are welcome to
choose the dates that would best suit your itinerary. We have a minimum
stay policy of 3 nights but recommend 5-10 nights or longer.

Honeymoon Suite

For honeymoon clients we highly recommend our
new,tented‘honeymoon’ suite complete with a bath on
a raised platform and a larger private deck on which newlyweds and
celebrating couples can enjoy a very special private dining
experience.This option is available at a surcharge cost of only GBP 180.00 per
couple per night.

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Flights

50% discount offered on return flights from Maun to Macatoo
for any bookings of 7 nights or more, and FREE return flights from Maun
to Macatooon any bookings of 10 nights or more.

Non-Riding Partners and
Children

50% discount offered for non-riding children (under 12 years old) and
10% discount offeredfor non-riding adultsjoining a safari. Non-riding
activities include game drives, boating, mokoro excursions and fishing
(all activities are subject to water levels).

Macatoo Miles

5% discount offered on the daily accommodation rate for guests
who rebook within 12 months of their previous stay.Note that the travel
date of the subsequent trip does not need to be within a 12-month
period. The offer applies to any return visit confirmed within a
year

TERMS
& CONDITIONS

Payment

All payments to African Horseback Safaris are to be in GBP
sterling or the equivalent agreed currency Full payment must be
made no later than 30 days before the starting date of the horse safari
– otherwise booking will be deemed as cancelled.

Cancellation

On confirmation of a booking an invoice will be issued and
your booking will then be subject to the below cancellation policy. All
cancellations must be in writing.

» Confirmation – 61 Days prior to date of
arrival: 30% of total safari cost is forfeited.

» 60 – 31 Days prior to date of arrival:
50% of total safari cost is forfeited.

» 30 – 0 Days prior to date of arrival:
100% of total safari cost is forfeited.

» Should a client, for any reason, fail to join a
safari or join it after departure or leave it prior to its completion,
no refund can be made.